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Chicken Caesar Pasta
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Chicken Caesar Pasta

A bold and comforting dish blending tender grilled chicken, al dente pasta, crisp romaine, and creamy Caesar dressing with Parmesan for a protein-packed, satisfying main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 720
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lb total)
  • 12 oz spaghetti or linguine (340 g)
  • 1 head romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup croutons (homemade or store-bought)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove minced garlic (optional)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  2. Pat chicken dry, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and half the olive oil.
  3. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
  4. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and toss with 2 Tbsp of remaining olive oil.
  5. Place romaine in a large bowl, add cooked pasta, chicken, Caesar dressing, croutons, and grated Parmesan; toss to coat.
  6. Season with lemon juice and additional salt/pepper as needed. Transfer to serving plates and top with extra Parmesan.

Notes

For a heartier flavor, substitute chicken thighs; whole-grain pasta adds fiber.
If store-bought Caesar dressing contains alcohol, use a halal/non-alcoholic brand or omit anchovies in homemade versions.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; pasta may soften after sitting.